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Syracuse coach Jim Boeheim confirms Mike Hopkins' interview with USC

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Syracuse assistant coach Mike Hopkins and center Baye Moussa Keita battle during the first practice of the 2012-13 season at the Melo Center.
(Photo by Syracuse assistant coach Mike Hopkins and center Baye Keita in the first day of practice at the Carmelo K. Anthony Center. Dennis Nett | The Post-Standard)

Hopkins has been acknowledged as the eventual successor to Syracuse coach Jim Boeheim. In past years, he has interviewed for jobs at St. Bonaventure and Charlotte. He turned down a job offer from Charlotte. Two years ago, Providence reportedly had interest in Hopkins, but was rebuffed.